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616 Reading RoadMason, Ohio 45040

Parish Office HoursMonday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Closed daily from Noon-1:00pm)

Phone: 513-398-3821Parish Office: ext. 3100School Office: ext. 3108After Hours Emergency: ext. 3200Fax: 513-398-2254

Bulletin DeadlineThe deadline for all articles for the Sunday bulletin is Friday afternoon, (9) days before the article appears in the bulletin. Please send items, along with the dates they should run, to bulletin@stsusanna.org for submission.

REFLECTING WITH THE PASTOR

THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND

THE NORMAL HOURS OF 8:30AM TO 4:30PM

WILL RESUME TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD.

“OBSERVING HIM CAREFULLY…”

Today the Pharisees are observing Jesus carefully. They weren’t interested in understanding His message and becoming His disciples. They were opposed to His message of love for all, compassion for all, the Kingdom of God was for all. They wanted to find something, anything they could use to justify condemning Him. Unfortunately, our society, leaders, families, and fellow parishioners, co-workers, neighbors etc. do the same thing. We only want to see, lift up and point out what is wrong with someone. Once we label a person and point out “their fault” we feel justified in cutting them out of our lives or only seeing that part of the person. We are not open to seeing anything else… changing our minds… admitting we are wrong.

Human pride is at work. The ego jumps to the front of the line and demands to have all its needs met. I… You… are the center of the universe. Or so we think. We are the Pharisees! Whether we like it or not. Jesus knows the game and offers us some practical wisdom which adds up to, ”Don’t embarrass yourself. Don’t sit at the head of the table, thinking you’re the most important person in the room, only to be publicly escorted to a lower seat.” This is just common etiquette. Once Jesus has softened up the crowd… they’re shaking their heads in agreement… He hits them with the real point: Don’t always invite your in-group against whom you are always measuring yourself, but measure yourself against the less fortunate. In essence… let your heart, your charity, your compassion and your assistance move beyond the people who can pay you back. God’s mercy, love, peace, justice and compassion rains on everyone. Everyone may not accept it or want it… but it is offered freely.

Who is hungry that you can feed? Who is treated with disrespect that you can lift up? Who is gossiped about or put down that you can encourage? Who do you try to control instead of equip to improve their lives and restore their dignity? Who do you judge as inferior instead of seeing them as a child of God?

We all have a place at the banquet table of God. We all have a dignity that no one can take away from us. We all can listen to different voices and opinions in order to grow in our own knowledge of what God is really asking of us.

Yes, observe Jesus carefully. Then when you have discovered how He loves and treats everyone the same…observe your own actions. When people observe you… will they see Jesus?

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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MASS INTENTIONS & WEEKEND PRESIDERS

Monday, September 26:00pm Mary Ann Mateo

Tuesday, September 38:15am Frank Lahrman

Wednesday, September 48:15am Jimmy Wessel

Thursday, September 58:15am Jean Carey

Friday, September 68:15am Therese Hudson

Saturday, September 78:15am Richard Lencyk3:00pm (Fr. Farrell) Intention of the Parishioners

Sunday, September 87:30am (Fr. Mwesigye) Gladys Olidera9:00am (Fr. Mwesigye) Lou Pfriem11:15am (Fr. Farrell) Kevin Clark4:00pm Intention of the Parishioners

WEEKEND MASS TIMESSaturday at 5:00pmSunday at 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:15am, 6:00pm

Spanish Mass: 4:00pm the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month

DAILY MASS TIMESMonday at 6:00pmTuesday through Saturday at 8:15am

HOLY DAY MASSES8:15am, 12:00pm (Noon) & 7:00pm(Unless otherwise noted.)

RECONCILIATIONMonday at 6:45pm and Saturday at 9:00am

EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITIONMonday, 6:45 - 9:00pm

FIRST FRIDAYAfter 8:15am Mass Friday to beginningof 8:15am Mass Saturday

ROSARY/DEVOTIONSTuesday through Saturday at 7:30am

Spanish MassA Mass in Spanish will be held at 4:00pm on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of every month. For details, contact Karla Eysoldt, (513) 448-8994 or keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org.

Misa en español es el segundo y cuarto domingo del mes a las 4:00pm.

PRAY FOR THOSE SERVING OVERSEAS!

Alex BackJake DenmanJoseph Patrick FuscoMatthew Kyler SaurineJustin SchuhChristian SorfnsenBrandon WesleyMichael Zeller

PRAYERS FORTHOSE IN NEED

Erlinda Amoroso-LinganSue BackMolly BakerCyndy BradyDenise BrownSteve BruceBettyLu BryanDeborah BurkardtCarolyn CapizziJody CharltonRobert ChiricostaJames EdmondsMarcela FarrellJoann FathNan-c FeiertagEdna GilbDeanna HammDavid HicksLaura JohnsLyle JonesJoe KoenigJanice KonciusToni KuhlmanSusan MarshMatt MartinJeanne MullettGabriel OrickJeanie PenceConnie RaveBill ReynoldsDorothy RiceDoreen SchowalterWayne SchowalterMatt ShawhanMillie SmeltzerTerry SojdaConnie SparkowskiJack StubenrauchMarie SeuberlingTeresita Gloria Lim SyJulia TheilStephanie TobiafScott TrappJenny WeibelPaul WeibelGary WilkinsonJennifer WilliamsonKen Wood

Prayer RequestsIf you have people to be prayed for and would like to have them in the bulletin, please email bulletin@stsusanna.org and we will begin publishing them weekly.

Parish LibraryMedia can be checked out at any time. Stop by the Parish Office for help.

Children’s Liturgy of the WordFor children in grades K-2, September through May, 9:00 and 11:15am Masses.

Parish MembershipWe joyfully welcome new members of our parish community. Please register by calling the Parish Office (513-398-3821), or online (www.stsusanna.org).

IN LOVING MEMORY

Anthony “Tony” CookHusband of Sabina Cook Carol Ann SchwabWife of Frank Schwab

CELEBRATION OF BAPTISM

Ian Samuel Rivera GodinezSon of Marvin Rivera Irias and Jessica Godinez Ava Grace HakeDaughter of Aaron and Bethany Hake Greta Marie StormsDaughter of Michael and Katherine Storms

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Marriage PreparationPlease contact the Parish Office no later than six months prior to the date of intended marriage.

Baptism PreparationAll parents desiring Baptism for their children should go to the website and fill out the registration forms on the website at www.stsusanna.org/baptism.

Our Catholic FaithAre you interested in learning more about our beautiful Catholic Faith and perhaps becoming Catholic? Are you an Adult Catholic seeking Confirmation?Then please contact Susan Hack,ext. 3169 or hacks@stsusanna.org.

ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATION

You can dedicate the placing of flowers at the altar in memory of a loved one or to honor a special occasion. The amount is $50 to defray the cost of the flowers. To reserve, please contact the Parish Office, 398-3821, ext. 3100, or visit www.stsusanna.org/altarflowers.

WORSHIP

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ALTAR SERVERS

Serve at weekend Masses, funerals, weddings and other special Masses through the year. Boys and Girls, 5th Grade or older. The next training session is Saturday, September 28th, at 9:00am. Register for this or future training sessions online: www.stsusanna.org/altarservers.

LECTORS

Proclaim the Word of God clearly and understandably so that all who hear may respond. The next training session is Saturday, September 14th, at 9:00am. Register for this or future training sessions online: www.stsusanna.org/lectors.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

Assist with distribution of Communion in Masses, and in helping take Communion to area nursing homes, hospitals and to homebound parishioners. The next training session is Saturday, September 21st, at 9:00am. Register for this or future training sessions online: www.stsusanna.org/eucharisticministers.

Do you feel a call to serve? Do you wish to participate in any of our Liturgical Ministries to adore, worship and serve God? Be it the Liturgy of the Word, or the Liturgy of the Eucharist, or even many of our behind the scenes ministries, we could use your help. Please pray on it, search your heart and let us know how you wish to serve.

THE ST. SUSANNA MUSIC MINISTRY WANTS YOU!

Do you love to sing? Do you love great choral music? Come join us for St. Susanna’s 2nd Annual (and informal) Choral Retreat on Saturday, September 21st, from 8:15am-1:00pm, in the St. Cecilia Room! Breakfast will be provided, starting at 8:15am! We will be singing through the choral/liturgical music for the Fall/Winter 2019-2020 Season! Please contact Luke Mayernik at 513-398-3821, ext. 3105, mayernikl@stsusanna.org for more details! Choral Rehearsals will be held every Thursday at 7:00pm in the Church, starting September 26th.

The flowers gracing the Altar this weekend have been donated In Loving Memory of Robert Millard

from Lynn Cummins

HELP NEEDED FOR SUNDAY COMMUNION AT CHESTERWOOD

We need two to four more volunteers to help with Sunday Communion at the Chesterwood Retirement Community. It is a wonderful ministry serving the elderly in our parish. The commitment is one Sunday, every six weeks. There are 9:30am services each Sunday held at two different buildings on the campus. Volunteers are needed from 9:00-10:30am for transporting some of the residents between their rooms and the Chesterwood chapel, assisting with the service, distributing communion and returning some of the residents back to their rooms. If you feel called to this wonderful ministry or would like more information, please contact Jim & Chris Cartledge at zeke7947@gmail.com or 513-728-1709.

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DISCIPLES IN ACTION

THE ANNUAL FESTIVAL IS JUST A WEEK AWAY! September 6th, 7th & 8th!

We are seeking donations for the Silent Auction booth and the Basket Raffle booth. Donated items can be brought to the parish office. Do you have larger items to give or have questions on what specific donations are needed? Email festivalstsusanna@gmail.com.

We still need LOTS of volunteers – teens, adults and seniors - to make the Festival a success!! Go to www.stsusanna.org and click the Festival link to volunteer.

Baked Goods for the Cake BoothCakes, cakes and more! Pies, pies, and more! Baked goods galore! The cake booth needs all your baked goods to succeed. Kids and grown-ups love this booth at the Festival, but it needs

your baking talents and contributions. Bring your contributions to the Meyer Center anytime during the Festival!

Have you “liked” our Facebook page yet?? Get online and go to www.facebook.com/stsuefestivalmason and check out pictures, videos and more!

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HERE WE GO STEELERS! HERE WE GO!

Yes, I know it is strange to cheer for the Steelers in Bengals country. Since my roots go back to Pittsburgh, I, for better or worse, follow the Steelers and support them. For the past several years, I have invited other Steelers fans to help me put a basket together for St. Susanna Festival. I always donate two tickets for the Bengals/Steelers game in Paul Brown Stadium. If any Steelers fans at St. Susanna would like to donate an item for the basket this year, that would be fantastic. Please begin dropping off your donation to the parish office. Make sure you identify the object for the Steelersbasket and mark it to the attention of Fr. Bob. Thank you in advance for sharing your spirit and enthusiasm for the Steelers.

SAVE THE DATE!

“Journey: Where to? A Refugee Camp Simulation Experience” at St. Susanna Parish, Saturday, October 19th Volunteers needed from 7:45am - Noon, lunch is provided

This active, hands-on educational opportunity allows a glimpse of the obstacles faced by refugees fleeing from places like Bhutan, Burundi, Eritrea, Syria, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

We are looking for adults willing to come and help us as VOLUNTEERS. Will you join us? You will be assigned a role to play in the Refugee Camp during the simulation. The roles include tasks like border patrol, registering refugee families, and distributing food and water. Detailed instructions will be shared via email prior to the simulation. Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to learn about the refugee experience. You need no special knowledge or skills … just a willingness to enter into your role with enthusiasm! Register to VOLUNTEER online at: www.stsusanna.org/ourglobalfamily.

Registration for participants will be available in September. Stay tuned! Questions? Contact Cabrina Attal at cabrina318@gmail.com or Mary Jo Burns at burnsmj@stsusanna.org.

SLEEPING MATS FOR THE HOMELESS Tuesday, September 18th at 6:30pm in the St. Susanna Cafeteria.

Learn how to make sleeping mats for the homeless - no experience needed! Before you throw away that plastic grocery bag, consider this: It could be helping the homeless get a better night’s sleep. Join fellow parishioners in learning how to make “plarn” (plastic yarn) and crochet it into a sleeping mat. The advantage of using plarn is that it keeps individuals off the ground, which can be cold and damp. Plarn also provides for additional comfort.

IMMIGRATION REFORM LETTER CAMPAIGN

Archbishop Schnurr is encouraging the parishes in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati to address some of the recent immigration issues facing our country. He is asking parishioners to reach out to their elected officials to make changes to our broken immigration system. You can find sample letters here: www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/catholic-social-action/calendar-events. The contact information for your elected officials can be found here: www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/catholic-social-action/find-your-elected-officials.

Parishioners can also pick up copies to sign. Letters are located in the Gathering Space and on the table next to the elevators. Along with the letters are marked bins for completed letters to be placed in. Please have letters returned by September 11th. The goal is to have the letters arrive close to when Congress returns from their summer recess.

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ADULT FAITH FORMATIONADULT FAITH FORMATION

ADULT FAITH OFFERINGS • FALL 2019Come and learn about our beautiful faith!! Register on our website or email Susan Hack at hacks@stsusanna.org.

MATTHEW: THE KING AND HIS KINGDOM Mondays at 10:00am beginning September 16th (12 sessions; the second part of this 24-session study will continue in January)

Dive into the story of how Christ established His Kingdom! Through references to the Old

Testament promises of God to His people - and the messages God sent them through the prophets - Matthew provides the key to understanding the rest of the New Testament and Christ as the fulfillment of God’s plan.

Jeff Cavins explains how Jesus is challenging and empowering us to achieve a new level of holiness, and how to live it we must be thoroughly immersed in the kingdom of heaven on earth, the Church.

When: Mondays at 10:00am (Facilitator: Susan Hack) orMondays at 7:00pm (Facilitators: Fr. Bob Farrell & Joe Schleicher)Cost: $35.00To sign up, visit: www.stsusanna.org/adultfaith.

UNTOLD BLESSING: THREE PATHS TO HOLINESSTuesdays at 10:00am, beginning October 8th (6 Sessions)

Bishop Barron lays out three intriguing paths to holiness and shares practical approaches to enhance the journey along these three paths. Untold Blessing will help you study, reflect upon and act in obedience to the will of God in Christ.

When: Tuesdays at 10:00am (Facilitator: Fr. Bob Farrell)Cost: $15.00 To sign up, visit: www.stsusanna.org/adultfaith.

GENESIS TO JESUS:JOURNEY THROUGH SCRIPTUREWednesdays beginning September 25th (12 Sessions)

What is the Bible? Where does it come from? What is its purpose? How are Catholics supposed to read the Bible? What story does it tell? Dr. Scott Hahn opens the door to deeper understanding

of Scripture for all Catholics, especially those who find reading the Bible a daunting task.

When: Wednesdays at 9:30am (Facilitator: Susan Hack)or Wednesdays at 7:00pm (Facilitator: Joe Schleicher)Cost: $25.00To sign up, visit: www.stsusanna.org/adultfaith.

DISCOVERING CHRISTTuesdays at 9:30am or 6:30pm, September 10th - October 22nd

Discovering Christ is a seven-week experience that invites guests to hear the Good News and personally encounter Jesus Christ. It is for anyone and everyone, from the baptized in the pews to the unbaptized person who has never entered a church.

Discovering Christ helps participants enter into or renew a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, experience the love of God the Father, and be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live as God’s children. It also gives participants the relational support necessary to begin living for Christ within the parish or group that offers the course. Come and be a part of this exciting journey!

When: Tuesdays at 9:30am in the St. Susanna Room OR Tuesdays at 6:30pm in the St. Susanna Room (Saturday Retreat for both sessions: October 12th)Cost: FREE!For more information, contact Anne Polak at polaka@stsusanna.org. To sign up, visit www.stsusanna.org/discoveringchrist.

WOMEN’S STUDY - WALKING WITH PURPOSE:KEEPING IN BALANCEThursdays at 10:00am or 7:00pm, beginning September 19th (11 sessions; the second part of this 22-session study will continue January 9th)

Do you feel pulled in many directions? Do you find it hard to balance the demands placed on your time? Is it difficult to manage all the details thrown your way? God wants to support and help us so that we can be our best in every season of our lives.

Come along on a journey throughout Scripture as we discover the relevance of Old and New Testament wisdom to our daily challenges. In this study, we’ll explore Biblical ideas for managing life’s pace and pressure while living with calm and steadiness. Your lifestyle of health and holiness awaits.

When: Thursdays at 10:00am (Facilitator: Anne Polak) ORThursdays at 7:00pm (Facilitators: Jean Robbins and Karen Carter) Cost: $40.00To sign up, visit: www.stsusanna.org/adultfaith.

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ADULT FAITH FORMATION

CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION

ADULT FAITH FORMATION

COMING SOON… ST. SUSANNA 365-DAY RAFFLE!! St. Susanna PTO is once again sponsoring the 365 Day Raffle. Beginning November 1, 2019 a winner will be drawn EVERY DAY until October 31, 2020! Every pulled ticket goes back in the drum, allowing for multiple chances of winning. • Monday-Saturday winners - $40• Sunday winners - $100• Easter, Christmas and the Feast of St. Susanna - $500!!

Raffle tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100, and will be available to purchase after every Mass September 14th/15th, 21st/22nd, and 28th/29th. St. Susanna School students will also be selling tickets during this two-week period. Winners will be announced in the weekly bulletin, and will receive a personal phone call. The proceeds from this fundraiser support student activities including field trips, assemblies, school directories, Catholic Schools Week activities, classroom equipment, student clubs, the outdoor classroom, and much more. Please contact Tricia Harting at triciaharting@gmail.com with any questions!

BOOSTER NEWSWelcome to another year of Titan Athletics!

• Fall sports are under way for girls volleyball, football, cheer and golf!• Seeking additional players for the 1st grade/Kindergarten football program. Email mcravens@apctowers.com if interested.• Winter sport registration is just around the corner and will open later this month for Boys & Girls Basketball (Grades 3-8) and Dance

Team (Grades 5-8). Go to stsusannatitans.com to learn more!

STEWARDSHIP

Year to Date ACTUAL

Year to Date BUDGET

Over / (Under) Budget

$330,000 $314,625 ($15,375)

August 25, 2019

ACTUALAugust 25, 2019

BUDGETOver / (Under)

Budget

$40,000 $35,926 ($4,074)

THIS WEEK, FROM THE ST. SUSANNA VINCENTIANS...

Today, we hear Jesus say to us, “…when you hold a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame and the blind; blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you. For you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” With love for your neighbors who are poor, crippled, lame or blind, look around your house to see what furniture, household items, and clothing you no longer use… and give it to the Schuh Center or St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Discovering Christ is a parish effort and we will need volunteers.

Past Discovering Christ participants, please consider to volunteer as:• Table Host Coordinator: Coordinate the Table Hosts and

guests• Table Host: Welcome and lead the small group questions.

The only requirement is a love of the Lord! All Hosts will be asked to attend a training on the program.

• Prayer Team: Pray at home and/or together

All parishioners, please consider volunteering for meals: Every meeting begins with prayer and meal! We need people to provide casseroles, sides, and desserts. To sign up, please contact Anne Polak at polaka@stsusanna.org or 513-398-3821, ext. 3169 or visit www.stsusanna.org/christlifevolunteer.

MARRIAGE HELP

Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. For confidential information about or to register for the upcoming program, beginning with a weekend on September 6th-8th, please visit the web site at: www.helpourmarriage.org.

BECOMING CATHOLIC

We have opportunities to come together in a small group format to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. There are separate sessions for children and/or youth. You are invited to be a part of our group and to share your own questions, insights and faith story in a warm, accepting setting. For more information, please contact Susan Hack at 513-398-3821, ext. 3169, or hacks@stsusanna.org.

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CFP: Grades 1-8 (2019-2020)Faith Formation for elementary students with classes available Sunday 10:30-11:45am, and Monday 6:00-7:15pm. For more information, contact Jill Berning, ext. 3128 or berningj@stsusanna.org.

Early Childhood (2019-2020)Faith Formation for 3, 4, pre-K 5-year-olds and Kindergartners meets on Sunday mornings at 9:00am. For more information, contact Jill Berning, ext. 3128 or berningj@stsusanna.org.

PreschoolWeekday Preschool is available for ages 2-5 in the Undercroft of church. For more information, contact Joette Ewing, ext. 3131 or ewingj@stsusanna.org.

Saint Susanna SchoolThe parish school provides a Catholic education for Grades K-8. For more information, contact theSchool Office, ext. 3108.

Faith AliveGrades 6-8 (2019-2020)Sundays at 4:00pm to 5:45pmin the St. John Bosco Youth Room. For more information, contact Gabbi Montavon, ext. 3195 or montavong@stsusanna.org.

If you would like to have updates texted to you, please text @stsuefa to 81010.

LIFEGrades 9-12 (2019-2020)Sundays at 7:00pm in the St. John Bosco Youth Room. For more information, contact Gabbi Montavon, ext. 3195 or montavong@stsusanna.org.

If you would like to have updates texted to you, please text @Godislife to 81010.

CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION

CFP TEACHERS NEEDED

There is an urgent need for Catechists for 3rd and 4th Grades on Sundays and 6th Grade on Mondays. Both the Sunday (10:30-11:45am) and Monday (6:00-7:15pm) religious education programs are in need of teachers and teen aides. Make the task lighter by teaching with your spouse, family member, or with a good friend! Please direct questions to Jill Berning at 513-398-3821, ext. 3128 or berningj@stsusanna.org. For more information and to register as a volunteer, please visit: www.stsusanna.org/childrensprogramvolunteer.

Early Childhood Program (Ages 3-5): This Bible School program for ages 3 through Kindergarten meets Sundays, 9:00 -10:00am. Please direct questions to Jill Berning at 513-398-3821, ext. 3128 or berningj@stsusanna.org. To register for the 2019-20 Early Childhood Program, visit: www.stsusanna.org/earlychildhood.

CFP (Grades1-8): The children’s Christian Formation Program for 1st through 8th graders will be held Sunday mornings and Monday evenings. Please direct questions to Jill Berning at 513-398-3821, ext. 3128 or berningj@stsusanna.org. To register for the 2019-20 CFP session, visit: www.stsusanna.org/2019-20cfp.

Youth Ministry (Grades 6-12): Faith Alive (6th though 8th graders) meets Sundays, 4:00-5:45pm. LIFE (9th through 12 graders) meets Sundays at 7:00pm. Please direct questions to Gabbi Montavon at 513-398-3821, ext. 3195 or montavong@stsusanna.org. To register for both LIFE and Faith Alive, visit: www.stsusanna.org/youthministryregistration.

REGISTER NOWFOR THE 2019-20 CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS

The CFP and Early Child Programs start in just 2 weeks! Are you registered?!

SPECIAL NEEDS RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

In the fall, we will have a religious education program for children grades 2-8 with disabilities. This program will be using the format of SPRED from the Diocese of Chicago. The

program relies heavily on near-peers or high school students. We will meet every other week for the most part during the CFP calendar during the Monday CFP time. We need adults to help lead the program as well.

• If you have a child who would benefit from this program, please contact Susan Hack at hacks@stsusanna.org or 513-398-3821, ext 3169.

• If you are a TEEN or adult and would like to help, please contact Susan as well!

We look forward to this new collaboration with our families and St. Susanna Parish!

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ESTE MES EN PARROQUIA ST. SUSANNA • SEPTIEMBRE 2019

MISA EN ESPAÑOL Segundo y cuarto Domingo del Mes 4:00pm

ORACIÓN TAIZE Y CORONILLA DE LA MISERICORDIA Tercer Jueves del mes a las 6:30pm

NECESITAMOS SU AYUDA!! Con dos Misas al mes en Español, necesitamos ayuda. Ministros de Eucaristía, Ujieres, Lectores, Monaguillos. Se provee entrenamiento. Para el Coro contactar a: Nicolas Ortiz smtjedi@yahoo.com

Asegúrese de consultar el Bulletin cerca de los elevadores para oportunidades de ayudar y servir a nuestra comunidad.

El programa de ABLE ofrece clases de Inglés. Para más información comuniquese al (513) 695-2987. Clases en Lebanon en las tardes.

SU CASA SE HA MUDADO

La nueva dirección es: Mid Pointe Tower 7162 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237. Tel 513-761-1588. Para Servicios Legales de Inmigración: (513) 672-3746

NOTICIAS

• Grupo de Oración para adultos en Español todos los Martes a las 7:30pm en el cuarto de St. Jerónimo abajo de la Iglesia.

• No se les olvide registrarse a la parroquia! Cualquier programa que quieran participar, cartas de la Iglesia, hacer algún sacramento, tienen que estar registrados.

• Para más información o si tiene alguna pregunta por favor comuniquese con la Iglesia. El número de teléfono en Español de St. Susanna es: (513) 398-3821 Ext. 3202 por favor deje mensaje.

¿CONOCE A ALGUIEN A QUIEN EL ALCOHOL Y LAS DROGAS REPRESENTAN PROBLEMAS EN SU VIDA?

GRUPO AMOR Y SERVICIO tiene sesiones: Todos los dias de 8-10PM. Para más información por favor llame a: (513) 551-3103, (513) 390-3825. Trabajamos con las debilidades humanas, alcoholism, drogadicción, neurosis,depresión y pensamientos obsesivos compulsivos.

GRUPO DE APOYO PARA SOBREVIVIENTES DE VIOLENCIA DOMÉSTICA.

Todos los Martes de 5:30-7pm. Llame al (513) 381-5610 para mas información y lugares. Hay cuidado de niños.

AYUDA A VENCER EL CALOR Por favor considera donar al Schuh Center un abanico nuevo o ligeramente usado. Los abanicos donados serán distribuidos a nuestros vecinos que están en necesidad de ellos para mantenerse frescos este verano. Por favor deja los abanicos en el quiosco de Peace and Justice en el espacio de reunión de la iglesia.

¡EL FESTIVAL ANUAL ES EN 4 SEMANAS!¡SEPTIEMBRE 6, 7 Y 8! ¡Estamos pidiendo donaciones para el sorteo de canastas y para la subasta! Aceptamos canastas completas o artículos para agregar a las canastas. ¿Tiene preguntas? Mande un correo electrónico a Jennifer Geiger a kairos85@outlook.com. ¡Aún necesitamos MUCHOS voluntarios – adolescentes y adultos – para hacer del festival un éxito! Para ayudar como voluntario por favor ve a www.stsusanna.org y selecciona Festival. Repostería para el Puesto de Pasteles¡Pasteles, pasteles y más pasteles! Pays, pays y más pays! El puesto de pasteles necesita de tu ayuda para tener éxito. A niños y adultos les encanta este puesto en el Festival pero se necesita de tus talentos de repostería. Trae tu contribución al Centro Meyer a cualquier hora durante el Festival, Septiembre 6, 7 y 8. ¿Aún no le has dado “me gusta” a nuestra página en Facebook? Conéctate y ve a www.facebook.com/stsuefestivalmason y mira nuestras fotos, videos y más!

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¿TÚ O ALGUIEN A QUIEN CONOCES HAN PENSADO EN CONVERTIRSE EN CATÓLICOS?

Tenemos oportunidades en formato de grupo pequeño para aprender más acerca de nuestra fe. Las sesiones se enfocan en lecciones y experiencia de la iglesia y en preparar a las personas para celebrar los Sacramentos de Bautismo, Confirmación y Eucaristía. También tenemos sesiones separadas para niños y/o adolescentes. Estás invitado a ser parte de nuestro grupo y compartir tus propias preguntas, visión e historia de fe en un ambiente cálido y de aceptación. Para más información comunícate con Susan Hack al 513-398-3821 ext. 3169 o hacks@stsusanna.org.

PROGRAMA DE FORMACION CRISTIANA

Ya están abiertas las inscripciones del programa de religión de St. Susanna (CFP) para niños de 1 a 8 grados, para el año escolar 2019/2020. Puede registrar a sus hijos en la oficina llenando la hoja de registro o por la página web. Si su hijo/a necesita un Sacramento se necesitan 2 años de formación religiosa. Clases empiezan en Septiembre.

AYÚDANOS A HACER COLCHONETAS PARA DORMIR PARA GENTE SIN HOGARMartes, 18 de Septiembre a las 6:30pm en la cafetería de St. Susanna

Aprende a hacer colchonetas para dormir para los que no tienen hogar – ¡no se necesita experiencia! Antes de que deseches las bolsas de plástico de la despensa, considera que… esto podría estar ayudando a la gente sin hogar a tener una mejor noche. Únete a compañeros feligreses a aprender a hacer hilo de plástico y tejerlo para hacer una colchoneta para dormir. Las ventajas de usar hilo de plástico es que ayuda a las personas a no estar en contacto con el piso el cual puede estar frío y húmedo. El hilo de plástico también provee una comodidad adicional.

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My son, conduct your affairs with humility, and you will be loved more than a giver of gifts.

Sirach 3:17

should strive for, the greatness he offers us. Humility makes us capable of true and lasting greatness—just look at Christ.

—Fr. Mark Haydu, LC

For ReflectionHow well do I know myself—both my strengths and weaknesses?

Do I see everything as a gift and respond with humility?

September 1, 2019Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time (C)Sir 3:17–18, 20, 28–29Heb 12:18–19, 22–24aLk 14:1, 7–14

The Power of Humility

Humility isn’t a popular virtue! In fact, among the Greeks

and the Romans it wasn’t considered a virtue at all. In a sixth-century bc list of 147 wise maxims, humility isn’t even mentioned. For the ancient Greek or Roman, obtaining and defending honor was more a goal than humility ever could be.

Yet the Jewish faith values humility, as seen in Old Testament texts like the one we read today. The humble strength of conducting affairs quietly and justly makes you more loved—more so than someone who gives many gifts. Parents should reflect on this.

As Christians following a Savior who was great through his service, humility is not only recommended but becomes the ideal. Let the first be last. Let the greatest be the servant. Humility is simply living the truth of who you are. You are both great and insignificant. We can and should use all our knowledge and strength to sow the fields of creation, as in this painting. But only God gives growth.

Humility is favored by true self-knowledge. We are creatures and not the Creator. We don’t make the rules of life or define right and wrong. We discover, accept, and love these laws. A healthy awareness of our limitations doesn’t enslave us. It sets us free. A humble knowledge of the truth is empowering.

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Worship TeamFr. Robert Farrell (Pastor): ext. 3101, farrellr@stsusanna.orgFr. Elias Mwesigye (Parochial Vicar): ext. 3106, mwesigyee@stsusanna.orgLuke Mayernik (Director of Music & Liturgy): ext. 3105, mayernikl@stsusanna.orgLou Wong (Deacon): ext. 3137, wongl@stsusanna.org

Adult Ministry Team - RCIA and Faith OpportunitiesSusan Hack (Director): ext. 3169, hacks@stsusanna.orgJoe Schleicher: ext. 3149, schleicherj@stsusanna.orgChloé Fasano: ext. 3110, fasanoc@stsusanna.orgVirginia Rodriguez (Admin. Assistant): ext. 3107, rodriguezv@stsusanna.org

Children’s Ministry TeamJill Berning (CFP, Early Childhood, VBS): ext. 3128, berningj@stsusanna.orgLauren Zinnecker (CFP): ext. 3400, zinneckerl@stsusanna.orgJoette Ewing (Preschool): ext. 3131, ewingj@stsusanna.orgBeverly Donahue (Admin. Assistant): ext. 3111, donahueb@stsusanna.org

Youth Ministry (High School and Jr. High)Gabbi Montavon: ext. 3195, montavong@stsusanna.org

Missions TeamMary Jo Burns (Peace & Justice): ext. 3120, burnsmj@stsusanna.orgKarla Eysoldt (Hispanic Ministry): 448-8994, keysoldt@catholiccincinnati.org

School TeamDaniel Albrinck (Principal): ext. 3109, albrinckd@stsusanna.orgKevin Mays (Assistant Principal): ext. 3116, maysk@stsusanna.orgKristen Tell (School Religion Coordinator): ext. 3135, tellk@stsusanna.org

Administrative TeamStephanie Calpin: ext. 3102, calpins@stsusanna.orgTeresa Johns (Communications Director): ext. 3104, johnst@stsusanna.org Bob Keever (Business Manager): ext. 3121, keeverr@stsusanna.orgRusty Mentrup (Facilities): 513-882-2551, mentrupr@stsusanna.orgCathy Meyer (Facilities Scheduling/Safe Environment): ext. 3113, meyerc@stsusanna.orgSharon Osborne (Parish Receptionist): ext. 3100, osbornes@stsusanna.orgJodi Tucker (Bookkeeper): ext. 3103, tuckerj@stsusanna.org

PARISH STAFF (Contact: 398-3821 • Parish, ext. 3100 • School, ext. 3108)